The inaugural “Crypto Ball” will take place on January 17 in Washington D.C., celebrating Trump’s pro-crypto policies ahead of his January 20 inauguration. Hosted by Crypto Czar David Sacks, the black-tie event features $5,000 tickets, with $100K VIP and $1M private dinner packages with Trump. Major sponsors include Coinbase, MicroStrategy, and Galaxy Digital. Trump’s administration, featuring pro-crypto appointees like Scott Bessent and Paul Atkins, signals a shift toward crypto-friendly policies. Industry leaders, including Ripple and Coinbase CEOs, have engaged with Trump, anticipating a pro-crypto executive order on day one. The event highlights growing crypto influence in US policy.